As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. - Proverbs 27:17 (NLT) One of my main prayers for myself over the past couple of years was for meaningful friendships. My journal entries from this time are full of things like, “If God really cares for me, why would he let me feel so lonely … [Read more...] about Friendship
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Amy, 26, Teacher
Throughout my life, I've had people close to me comment on my weight, what I eat, and how I dress. I started believing my weight and the way I look were the reason why nobody wanted to date me. At 26 years old, I still haven't dated anyone. That's considered “weird” for society’s standards today. I … [Read more...] about Amy, 26, Teacher
Called To Love
I believe I am a kind and loving person. I haven't really struggled with showing love to others I have known in the past, even those I have not known... but today I am finding myself needing Jesus to help me love some individuals in my life. It's safe to say we all hurt those we love, maybe not … [Read more...] about Called To Love
Lucy, 22, Student
In a season of marriage and engagements, I have never felt more aware of my growing singleness. I have spent the majority of my life single and feeling like a failure because all I had ever wanted was to be romantically and seriously involved with someone. My parents met when my mum was 14, … [Read more...] about Lucy, 22, Student
Friends
I came home recently after a busy day at work to find a small package with my name on it sitting on the table. I smiled as I noticed the sending address on it. It was from a special friend who I met over 20 years ago. Knowing I liked Chris Tomlin, she sent me a T-shirt printed with the title of one … [Read more...] about Friends
Plugged In
by Tricia Wilson When I look back at my childhood, there are so many interesting and exciting memories. I spent a great deal of my childhood traveling, whether it was moving to a new province with my father’s job, or spending time with my grandfather on his traveling carnival. I was reflecting … [Read more...] about Plugged In
